The “Golden State” of California has long been one of the most famous settlement spots in the United States. After the gold rush of 1848, countless people from all over the world came rushing to this geographically diverse land in search of opportunity and prosperity, seldom went away disappointed.

With almost 100 million acres of land, California is the third largest state in the U.S., next only to Alaska and Texas. It is nestled along the Pacific Ocean with a coastline of 1,264 miles stretching from the Oregon border in the north to the Mexican border in the south. It is one of the most culturally diverse states in the country, with its citizens having varied ethnic backgrounds like Native American, African American, Hispanic, European, and Asian. California climate is also one of the most diverse in the whole United States. With four different climate zones, one could always find a region in California suitable for their taste.

Although mountains and deserts dominate the state’s landscape, you can find beautiful mansions and properties in the middle of spectacular sceneries. In fact, one could even find an upscale resort community within the Colorado Desert is Palm Springs. It has become famous for its warm winter sunshine and its star-studded population. The most famous areas are Bay Area, Central Valley, and the coastal strip between Los Angeles and San Diego.

Tourism remains as California’s leading industry. Some of the well-known tourist destinations within the state are Disneyland, Hollywood, Golden Gate Bridge, and Sea World. There are many more similarly famous theme parks, national parks, and landmarks all throughout the state.

Foreign trade has also been a major industry. Among the leaders in this industry is the City of Los Angeles, whose ports have continually been one of the most busiest in the country for decades. In 1994, the city overtook New York as the country’s premier gateway for foreign trade.

National Security matters is not an issue in the State of California. Seized by the United States Marines at the height of the Mexican-American war (1846 and 1848), San Diego Bay houses the largest concentration of military personnel in any city in the United States.

With its natural beauty, the state of California promises a memorable vacation!

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